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Cheap flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport from £86

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJJ — IST
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sarajevo Butmir to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Sarajevo to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sarajevo (SJJ) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£137

One-way from

£86

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£121

Good round-trip deal

£192 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 21/6-1/7
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 55m total
  • Sarajevo to Istanbul
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 10/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Sarajevo to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price (£29 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sarajevo Butmir to Istanbul.
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Cheapest flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sarajevo to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Sat 21/608:55SJJ - IST
Nonstop2h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 1/707:05IST - SJJ
Nonstop1h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4£137
Sat 21/615:10SJJ - IST
1 stop11h 20mAir Serbia
Tue 1/716:35IST - SJJ
1 stop23h 05mAir Serbia
Deal found 29/4£210
Fri 2/512:30SJJ - IST
1 stop7h 50mLufthansa
Sat 3/514:00IST - SJJ
1 stop9h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 28/4£358
Wed 30/412:30SJJ - IST
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/514:00IST - SJJ
2 stops9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£491
Mon 23/618:10SJJ - IST
1 stop22h 15mflydubai
Wed 25/602:10IST - SJJ
1 stop40h 00mflydubai
Deal found 29/4£742

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 30 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Sarajevo

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Sat 21/6

08:55-11:55

Nonstop2h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 1/7

07:05-08:00

Nonstop1h 55m

£137

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Sat 21/6

15:10-03:30

1 stop11h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 1/7

16:35-14:40

1 stop23h 05m

£210

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Fri 13/6

12:30-21:20

1 stop7h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 15/6

17:55-11:50

1 stop18h 55m

£362

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Fri 15/8

06:30-17:00

2 stops9h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 20/8

14:00-22:50

2 stops9h 50m

£634

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Mon 23/6

18:10-01:10

1 stop30h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 25/6

02:10-17:10

1 stop40h 00m

£742

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Wed 10/9

20:40-23:40

Nonstop2h 00m

£86

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Sun 24/8

15:10-03:30

1 stop11h 20m

£104

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Wed 24/9

06:15-21:20

1 stop14h 05m

£149

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJJ to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Sarajevo to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sarajevo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 30 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sarajevo to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and flydubai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,788 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ilker,Apr 2025

LAX - IST

In İstanbul waited 2,30hours wheel chair service and they purchased 350 turkish liras, i paid already for all service, THY lost trusted service, never used again
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,788 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,788 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ilker,Apr 2025

LAX - IST

In İstanbul waited 2,30hours wheel chair service and they purchased 350 turkish liras, i paid already for all service, THY lost trusted service, never used again
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
7,044 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,788 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ilker,Apr 2025

LAX - IST

In İstanbul waited 2,30hours wheel chair service and they purchased 350 turkish liras, i paid already for all service, THY lost trusted service, never used again
flydubai
6.6
Okay
135 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,788 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ilker,Apr 2025

LAX - IST

In İstanbul waited 2,30hours wheel chair service and they purchased 350 turkish liras, i paid already for all service, THY lost trusted service, never used again
Air Serbia
6.3
Okay
196 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,788 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ilker,Apr 2025

LAX - IST

In İstanbul waited 2,30hours wheel chair service and they purchased 350 turkish liras, i paid already for all service, THY lost trusted service, never used again

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sarajevo to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul?

    Sarajevo Butmir (SJJ), located 4.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul. 3 airlines have flights from Butmir to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sarajevo Butmir to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Istanbul per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £137 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Serbia and Lufthansa, starting at £210 and £362 round-trip.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £86. Air Serbia flights start at £104 while deals on Lufthansa start at £149 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport is £88. On average you can expect to pay £545. The most popular route, (Sarajevo Butmir - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £168.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sarajevo to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sarajevo to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£101Average£141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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